Free Level 2 Hairdressing Course in Bedford. Classes run at Brooks Hair And Beauty. Daytime sessions run part-time over a year, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll cover the core skills of women's hairdressing, from cutting and colouring to styling and client care. This is a City and Guilds level 2 hairdressing qualification, and one of the most direct routes into salon work. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll cut and shape women's hair using a range of techniques.
You'll colour and lighten hair, including tints and highlights.
You'll style and finish hair using tools and products.
You'll shampoo, condition, and treat the scalp and hair.
You'll consult with clients and identify their needs.
You'll follow health, safety, and hygiene standards in a salon environment.
You'll learn how to set and dress hair.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment, building hands-on skills alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out hairdressing tasks, and written or online tests covering the underpinning knowledge. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooks Hair And Beauty will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hairdresser: how to become a hairdresser in a salon
Junior stylist: entry-level role assisting senior stylists
Salon assistant: supporting day-to-day salon operations
Colourist: specialising in hair colouring and lightening
Freelance hairdresser: working independently with your own clients
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: the next step if you want to work as a senior stylist or take on more complex technical work. Many salons look for Level 3 for senior roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach hairdressing in the future.
Barbering qualifications: if you want to broaden your skills into men's cutting and styling.
